Melania Trump to Host Ukraine and Russia Talks at White House After Securing Kherson Ceasefire

Melania Trump will personally host representatives of Ukraine and Russia at the White House after initiating contact between the warring nations and securing a ceasefire in Oleshky and the adjacent area of the Kherson region. The first lady will make a statement on the ceasefire agreements on Thursday, November 5, at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time. The White House described the initiative as her personal diplomatic effort, noting she independently established communication between the two sides. The local truce, announced on October 23, lasted 5 days, 19 hours, and 59 minutes, allowing humanitarian aid delivery and civilian evacuation through a safe corridor. Ukrainian ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets confirmed both sides fulfilled their obligations, though some residents reportedly remain unable to leave.